A Themed Wedding: Party Decor Possibilities
Nov 16th, 2008 by Jenni Rowenby
As a bride, it is your right to have a memorable wedding day. Friends and family should share in your joy, so much that they remember your special day for many years to come. Juggling different combinations of flowers, colors and decorations, offers you a fair amount of possibilities. But when you start with wedding party decor, a whole new world opens up, and changes the picture completely.
In church, or at the actual ceremony, you would want to create an atmosphere of joy. The truth is, however, that YOU will be the center of attraction (and the dress, of course), so not much else will have much impact. Your guests will only be able to relax and look around by the time they reach the reception area. It is here where they will settle in, look around, and forma impressions. Think back to your own experiences at weddings, and compare the memories.
Creating a theme for your wedding party decor will set it aside from “typical” wedding receptions. Unless you can borrow some pieces, it will probably cost you more, but it will be money well spent.
Be careful when you decide upon a theme. Being specific usually makes it easier to bring your ideas across, and to materialize them. Instead of opting for a garden theme, you would be better off working at creating a “spring flower” garden theme. The latter, being more specific, will make it easier to make decisions on pieces.
You might also want to take a long, hard look at the venue you wish to use. Can you picture your theme applied, given the layout? Would odd placement of entrances and dressing rooms interfere with your planned layout? Lastly, don’t forget to check the lighting system. To be able to create an atmosphere, you will probably want to be able to dim the lights, or at least to adapt to it if you can’t.
As a starting point, create a striking center piece. It could be some old family pictures set into an elaborate frame, or a painting, or even (if you dare spend that much) the string quartet you booked for the event. It could be a huge bouquet, or an unusual wedding cake. Whatever you do, it has to start somewhere. Somewhere in plain sight of guests entering, where their eyes will focus immediately, and wander around to absorb the rest from there.
The time, effort and money spent to create a theme will be well worth it. Your choice to use wedding party decor allows you to rise above the norm, and create something truly memorable. The fact that there is a flowing connection makes for a striking effect, and will give your guests something to talk about.
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